2022 Chrysler Pacifica Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Caution The 2022 Chrysler Pacifica has a Complaint Index of 62 and ranks 6th worst out of 14 model years, earning a Caution verdict. NHTSA lists 211 complaints, 10 recalls, and engine problems as the top complaint area at 36% of reports.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 62/100
- #6 of 14 Pacifica years
- Verdict
- Caution
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 211
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 10
- 1 Park Outside
- Crashes
- 6
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 2
- Injuries
- 13
- Top issue
- Engine
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 26
- 24 city / 29 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 13 / 1
Top 2022 Chrysler Pacifica problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine77 (36%)
- Transmission & Powertrain72 (34%)
- Electrical System58 (27%)
- Fuel System27 (13%)
- Other27 (13%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras20 (9%)
- Structure & Body19 (9%)
- Airbags12 (6%)
- Steering12 (6%)
- Brakes11 (5%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Vehicles unexpectedly power off or stall while driving at highway speed, sometimes displaying a message to shift into Park before restarting.
- Drivers report phantom braking during cruise control use, in one case followed by vibration, brake failure, and a fire.
- Steering can suddenly turn on its own after a loud snapping noise, triggering a stability system warning and loss of control.
- Backup cameras and rear collision sensors have falsely detected obstacles, preventing the vehicle from moving forward or backward.
- Electrical faults have caused vehicles to catch fire while parked and unoccupied, sometimes preceded by a repeating alarm.
2022 Chrysler Pacifica recalls
10 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V362000Jun 4, 2026Electrical System17,277 vehiclesPark Outside
Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The battery pack may cause a vehicle fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition in the "Off" position.
Risk: A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles, and to park outside and away from structures, until their vehicle is repaired. Dealers will update the high voltage battery pack control module software. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the battery pack assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning June 23, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 52D. The Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 11, 2026.
- NHTSA 26V189000Mar 26, 2026Airbags293,264 vehicles
Air bags:side/window:curtain
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bags may have insufficient pressure retention from improperly sealed seams. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Risk: Air bags with insufficient pressure retention increase the risk of ejection and injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 14, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are 06D, 10D, and 11D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 2, 2026. This recall expands and replaces previous NHTSA recall numbers 25V302 and 25V573. Vehicles previously repaired under a prior recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
- NHTSA 25V876000Dec 17, 2025Other86 vehicles
Equipment adaptive/mobility:wheelchair restraints/securement:latch/anchor:
Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Risk: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.
2022 Chrysler Pacifica fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 24 MPG
- Highway
- 29 MPG
- Combined
- 26 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,550
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2022 compared with other Pacifica years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2022 Pacifica carries a Complaint Index of 62 and a Caution verdict, ranking 6th worst among 14 model years of the Pacifica. Engine, transmission, and electrical issues make up most of the reported problems.
- What problems does the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica have?
- NHTSA complaints point to engine issues (36% of complaints), transmission and powertrain issues (34%), and electrical system issues (27%). Owners also reported stalling, phantom braking, and false collision-avoidance alerts.
- Does the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns tied to the 2022 model year, covering areas including airbags, electrical systems, and collision avoidance/camera software. None of these recalls are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2022 Pacifica compare to other Pacifica years?
- With a Complaint Index of 62, the 2022 model ranks better than 2017 (100), 2018 (92), 2005 (85), and 2021 (77), which are rated Avoid, but worse than years like 2007 and 2008, which are rated Good.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica?
- EPA rates the 2022 Pacifica at 26 mpg combined (24 city / 29 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,550.